Preventive treatment can protect vulnerable preemies from deadly respiratory syncytial virus. But national data shows that insurance companies are denying access for the babies who need it.
Insurance Rejection & Infants at RSV Risk
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Survey Says: RSV
The National Coalition for Infant Health summarizes results of its recent survey on RSV, which demonstrated that parents need more information about the potentially deadly disease.
The Gap Baby: An RSV Story
Most young children encounter what’s known as Respiratory Syncytial Virus, or RSV, before age two. It’s a common seasonal virus with flu-like symptoms. But as this video from the National Coalition for Infant Health explains, premature infants whose health plans don’t cover preventive RSV treatment may suffer – and unnecessarily so.
RSV and Respiratory Distress
In the early stages of RSV disease, the infant in the video struggles to breathe. Notice how his breastbone sinks inward when he breathes- this is retractions, and it means the baby is using all his strength to keep breathing.
Still a Preemie
The National Coalition for Infant Health explains why all preemies -- regardless of how prematurely they're born or what challenges they face -- deserve proper care and appropriate health coverage.
